Crime Rate in Wickford North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wickford North

The total recorded crimes in Wickford North, Basildon, UK in May 2025 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wickford North crime rate of 2.73 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Wickford North, encompassing approximately 25,980 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (19) incidents (216.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
Wickford North Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Arundel Road with total crimes: 5
  • Lapwing Road with total crimes: 3
  • Ilgars Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Wickford North?

To understand the safety of Wickford North, we need to analyze Wickford North crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Basildon:

    • In 2024, Wickford North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Basildon average, with 956 crimes compared to 1285.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wickford North recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Basildon.

    • In 2023, Wickford North had fewer crimes than the Basildon average, with 925 crimes compared to 1,302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wickford North recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Basildon.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Basildon, Wickford North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Wickford North Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Wickford North has recorded 71 crimes with crime rate of 2.73 ranking 9th out of 15 in the Basildon, UK

In 2024, the total Wickford North crimes were 956. The crime rate of Wickford North in 2024 was 36.80 (year) or 3.07 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Basildon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wickford North were around 925 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.60 (year) or 2.97 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Basildon.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wickford North)CrimesRank (Wickford North)CrimesRank (Wickford North)
St Martin's184 32,586 22,809 1
Fryerns255 12,701 12,745 2
Pitsea South East213 22,271 32,430 3
Pitsea North West135 41,949 41,850 4
Nethermayne118 61,816 51,681 5
Lee Chapel North131 51,738 61,569 6
Vange97 81,204 81,488 7
Laindon Park101 71,388 71,371 8
Billericay West33 16545 12707 10
Wickford Park56 11790 10662 11
Wickford Castledon61 10529 13605 12
Billericay East42 13609 11579 13
Langdon Hills47 12523 14449 16
Burstead36 15485 15518 14
Crouch41 14467 16451 15

Wickford North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 122 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202510
March 20259
February 202511
January 20259
December 20243
November 20248
October 20247
September 20247
August 20249
July 20246
June 202424
May 20248

A total of 346 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 26.62 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202524
April 202518
March 202521
February 202521
January 202523
December 202431
November 202427
October 202440
September 202432
August 202426
July 202429
June 202426
May 202428

A total of 128 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.85 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 20256
March 20258
February 20252
January 20253
December 202414
November 202413
October 202412
September 202414
August 202411
July 20244
June 202416
May 20246

A total of 34 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20254
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.85 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20254
January 20256
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20245
August 20244
July 20245
June 20242
May 20248

A total of 106 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202511
March 20252
February 20257
January 20256
December 20245
November 202414
October 20245
September 20248
August 20249
July 202410
June 202416
May 20246

A total of 62 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.77 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 202412
November 20247
October 202411
September 20249
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20245

A total of 53 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20253
January 20255
December 20245
November 20247
October 20247
September 20242
August 20245
July 20241
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 31 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20245
July 20244
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20252
January 20253
December 20241
October 20244
September 20245
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
July 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Wickford North in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Wickford North postcode area is presented below.

1. Arundel Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Lapwing Road (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Ilgars Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Beccles Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Portland View (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
6. Rettendon Gardens (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
7. Edward Gardens (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Public order1
8. Jersey Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. High Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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